Observed Signal · Oct 1, 2026 · Hiring · Source: The Drum · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Colleen DeCourcy Builds In-House Creative at Sonos
Colleen DeCourcy, former CCO of Snap and agency veteran, joined Sonos as CMO in November 2025 to lead the brand's recovery from a botched app redesign. She is eschewing traditional agencies in favor of an in-house creative department and creator partnerships. Her first campaign, 'Feel the System', focuses on emotional benefits rather than specs. Sonos is also opening a 'creative cultural space' in New York for co-creation. DeCourcy aims to rebuild trust and brand recall, which suffered after the 2024 crisis.
The article highlights a major brand's shift to in-house creative and creator partnerships, signaling a potential trend away from traditional agencies, but it is not a significant AdTech industry event.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Colleen DeCourcy joined Sonos as CMO in November 2025.
- Sonos lost approximately $500 million in market cap and $100 million in revenue due to the 2024 app redesign crisis.
- DeCourcy's first campaign, 'Feel the System', launched in September 2026.
- Sonos is building an in-house creative department and opening a creative cultural space in New York.
- DeCourcy previously worked at Wieden+Kennedy and Snap as CCO.
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